Quentin Tarantino Praises Joker: Folie à Deux

Quentin Tarantino has expressed admiration for Todd Phillips' Joker: Folie à Deux, despite its poor critical and commercial reception. Speaking on Bret Easton Ellis's podcast, Tarantino praised the film's unconventional style, comparing it to an envisioned version of his own altered script for Natural Born Killers. He lauded Joaquin Phoenix's performance as one of the best he had ever seen and found the film's chaotic nature appealing. Tarantino described Phillips as embodying the Joker, suggesting the film's production reflected the character's anarchic spirit. While the sequel has struggled at the box office, earning significantly less than its predecessor, Tarantino appreciated its musical elements and humor, even as audiences gave it a lukewarm reception. His commentary highlights the film's divisive nature, contrasting its critical and financial failure with his personal enjoyment.